PVC Coated Polyester Awning Fabric from Japan
UV-resistant polyester fabric coated with PVC over 70% plastics weight for commercial awnings and canopies. Coating provides waterproofing visible to naked eye, meeting all 5903 criteria excluding Chapter 39/50-55/60 cases. 5903.10.20 for high PVC content on man-made fibers.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Test bend flexibility at 15-30°C to confirm 5903 applicability
• Declare exact PVC type; other plastics move to 5903.90
• Bulk rolls easier than cut pieces; cut lengths risk 'made up' classification